The Little Sparo
2 Hill O' Chips, St. John's, NL A1C 1A1, Canada
Phone: (709) 758-4252
Website: http://www.thelittlesparo.com/
The Little Sparo in St. John's is a 4.2-star Italian restaurant with 318 Google reviews, known for Papparedelle allo Scoglio and Rigatoni Bolognese.
Why we love it
- Italian with a focus on fresh pasta and pizza
- Located near Near Water Street and Duckworth Street
- Harbour views, cozy atmosphere, located within a hotel
- Attentive service with top-notch staff
- Italian with a focus on fresh pasta and pizza
- Located near Near Water Street and Duckworth Street
- Harbour views, cozy atmosphere, located within a hotel
- Attentive service with top-notch staff
What to Order
Papparedelle allo Scoglio
This seafood pasta dish is described as "insanely delicious" and a standout among their fresh, homemade pasta offerings.
"The Papparedelle allo Scoglio was insanely delicious and the house-made ricotta? To die."
Jennifer P
Rigatoni Bolognese
A rich and flavorful pasta dish with perfectly cooked pasta, highly praised for its taste and quality.
"Followed up with the Rigatoni Bolognese and the Carbonara, so good! pasta cooked perfectly and the dish was quite flavorful."
Tyler Whelan
Margherita Pizza
A classic pizza option that consistently receives praise for its great flavor, though some note it can be a bit soft in the middle.
"I also had the Margherita Pizza — the flavor was great, though it was a little soft in the middle."
Wasif Ibrar
Salmon Dish
A well-regarded main course, described as terrific and perfectly cooked, making it a solid choice for seafood lovers.
"We ordered the salmon dish and the mushroom pasta. Both were terrific."
Christine McCormick
Tiramisu
This traditional Italian dessert is a popular choice, often described as delicious and a perfect way to end the meal.
"The Tiramisu, I gobbled it down."
Karen Lee
Homemade Gelato
A delightful dessert option, praised for its homemade quality and a satisfying finish to the meal.
"Finished up with homemade Gelato, an Americano and a cappuccino."
Tyler Whelan
Inside Scoop
- Reservations are highly recommended, especially for dinner, to ensure a smoother experience.
- The restaurant is located within the DoubleTree hotel, which can lead to some lobby traffic near certain tables.
- Expect a slightly higher price point, but many reviewers feel the quality of food and service justifies the cost.
- The view of the harbour is a significant highlight, so try to request a table by the window.
- While the food is generally excellent, some reviewers have noted that the restaurant can get noisy.